showcase spain issue 155

Apr 2009

Welcome to the latest edition of Showcase Spain, brought to you by Production Paradise. We present the very best of the Spanish visual media industry, with more information available in our dedicated Film and Photo directories.

Team Works Production recently put together a four day shoot for Renault. The production involved two Madrid-based locations: a house constructed with symmetrical architecture to represent the harmony between function and design, and an office complex that sets a European standard for modern ecological design.

MultiOpticas chose Team Works and Only 925 to film its latest commercial, a graceful spot based on fairytale Snow White, in Madrid. With the use of clever dialogue, great acting and 3D effects, the company's director, Fernando García-Ruiz, managed to capture the client's full attention once again.

Landing Zone offers complete services for productions throughout the Canary Islands. The company announces the launch of its light rental and location motor home department, with new rates and special offers available on its dedicated website.

Over the winter, Landing Zone has been working flat out. Latest projects include:

Eyethinking represents top fashion and advertising photographers. The company provides international tailor-made production services including set design, location scouting, casting and 2D/3D retouching, among others.

David Matellanes shoots fashion and advertising photography in his own unique style. His intimate and highly personal photographs evoke a mysterious, seductive and dreamlike state that aims to transport his subjects into a world of sensations.

David's dedication means he is involved from start to finish in all of his creative projects. He enjoys each part of the process and is only satisfied when he has achieved the goal of transmitting his emotions into his work.

Latest work includes fashion campaignsfor Lola Valdueza, Mafecco, Merletti, Zisco, Chareli and Monsi, and an advertising campaign for Licor 43.

Paranoikvision is the fusion of photographers David Bonet and Alessandro Marinelli. The pair's strong partnership has created the company's unique reputation, and under their creative experience and artistic direction, Paranoikvision uses the latest photographic and lighting equipment and employs the most advanced shooting techniques.

Based on the island of Mallorca, which provides an infinite amount of locations to suit any type of shoot, the company produces the highest grade images for the complete photography experience.

Nina Melton celebrated the "Yes We Can!" campaign firsthand as she was in Miami shooting an editorial for Naif magazine on the day President Obama was elected. Styling: Lola Villaescusa. Production: Pierre Mallmann, Setup Production Services.

For the upcoming spring/summer season, Nina shot a new campaign and catalogue for Spanish client Boboli with stylist Kathleen Boonen. She also shot a catalogue for Mayoral with stylist Silvia Rademacker.

She has just finished shooting a winter catalogue for Boboli and is preparing to shoot new campaigns for Mayoral Bebe and NewBorn with the agency Nodomoda.

In April, Nina will be busy taking pictures in Barcelona for German catalogue Quelle.

Muse Industry is a brand new Barcelona-based fashion production agency born out of many years experience in the Italian market. The company combines creative direction with the latest technology, providing a highly competent image development process through tailor-made projects suited to each individual clients' needs.

The agency has built strong national and international ties through campaigns and catalogues for brands such as Diesel, Daniele Alessandrini, Condor, Fiat, Breil, Lotusse, Pierre Cardin, L'Oréal, SeaPort, Radiosa, Basmar, Janira and Vodafone. In terms of creativity and styling, the agency has produced editorials for publications including Vogue Italia, Elle, Tendencias, Novias España, Ragazza Moderna, Alterego Magazine and H Magazine.

Muse also works with many leading photographers including J.M Ferrater, Filippo Marconi, Joan Alsina, Joan Duran and Victor Moscardó.

Mágico is a highly experienced post production company. Based in the heart of Barcelona it provides quality creative retouching, and as a partner of the Amsterdam-based Magic Group is able to offer a diverse range of retouching styles as well as 3D, CGI and illustration services.

Medita Locations :
Barcelona location service and scouts

Medita Locations offers spectacular residential and commercial locations in Spain, specialising in Barcelona, the Costa Brava and the island of Ibiza. The company's style ranges from high-end interiors and villas to more traditional, rustic and urban spaces. Its locations have been used for advertising, catalogue and editorial shoots, TV commercials, feature films and special events.

Medita Locations also provides scouting services and can help arrange accommodation, catering and local fixers for any type of shoot.

The company does not charge a fee to show its location archive, so feel free to email with specific location requests and its friendly team will be happy to help out.

Linnandrobert Studio:
Barcelona rental studios photo

Linn and Robert present their two excellent daylight studios: a 160 m2 indoor studio, perfect for smaller productions, editorials, commercial and fashion productions, and a 650 m2 rooftop studio with 360 degree views over Barcelona.

The studios host many facilities and quality features for use by clients, including a make-up area, shower, open plan kitchen, Wi-Fi access, light and set props rental. Access is by industrial lift, and there is free parking and secure overnight storage. Being a fully-working studio, a variety of set building, catering options, photographic assistants and digital support can be organised.

The location lies just off the city bypass and is easily accessible at all times of the day.

Semilunar Studio is the largest specifically designed photography and video studio in Spain. The 470m2 of studio space (170m2 shooting area and 300m2 of storage) offers the highest quality standards for any type of professional production. All manner of projects are welcome.

The studio offers great tariffs for 2009, with increased services at no extra cost. Contact Semilunar for the latest pricing information.

Professional equipment, service and top-notch material is what LocLum is all about. Profoto, Briese, Canon and Hasselblad equipment, along with much more, is available. The company claims "We have it or we will go get it!"

The four-star Hotel Condes de Barcelona is situated in the centre of Modernist Barcelona, on the elegant Passeig de Gracia opposite Antoni Gaudí's world-famous 'La Pedrera'. The hotel is housed in two magnificent and recently restored buildings. While respecting its surrounding architecture, the hotel incorporates the latest technology and functionality.

The hotel offers 235 spacious, light-filled bedrooms, each designed to ensure the comfort of guests with a modern interior that elegantly compliments the building's 19th Century classicism. The food is no exception either, with trend-setting chef Martin Berasategui bringing his unique style of cuisine to Michelin starred restaurants Lasarte and Loidi.

From the modern terrace bar to the outdoor pool and solarium, the rooftop is a true escape. Guests who need to work while staying at the hotel have plenty of options - there are 10 meeting rooms designed for holding conventions, press conferences and social events.

One of Barcelona's more renowned hotels, the Gallery Hotel is located in the heart of the city's financial district and surrounded by one of the most exclusive shopping areas in Europe. It is a reference point within the sector for its commitment to quality and personal service. The hotel offers 115 guest bedrooms, eight meeting rooms, a restaurant with open air terrace, gym and solarium facilities, as well as underground parking.

The restaurant - young, modern and elegant - offers Mediterranean cuisine prepared with the finest seasonal ingredients. Special events and gastronomic dates are regularly planned throughout the year, and the restaurant enjoys direct access from the beautiful gardens of the Palau de Robert.